Celebrating the sacraments is at the core of our parish life. Our big moments in life are marked solemnly from womb to tomb.
Here, we provide all the details for celebrating the sacraments in our parish.
Funerals Arrangements
To arrange a funeral ceremony, please contact any of the priests.
Baptism Arrangements
BAPTISMS: Every Sunday from 12 noon and the first Saturday of every month. To book, contact the Parish Office at 9131135 on Fridays between 10 am and 12.30 pm or by email at stranorlarparish@gmail.com. (Please give two weeks notice.) The baptism teams are available to visit families before the baptism.
» Read more about the Sacrament of Baptism
Marriage Arrangements
Congratulations on your decision to get married. Please click on the link below for details on all aspects of your Church marriage arrangements and preparation.
» Read more about the Sacrament of Marriage
Confirmation
Confirmation is celebrated each year in our parish. Confirmation 2025 will be announced in due course. This is now delegated to the local pastors pending the appointment of a Bishop to the diocese.
» Read more about the Sacrament of Confirmation
Eucharist and First Communion
First Communion ceremonies usually take place in May. A programme of preparation takes place throughout the year.
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Reconciliation (Confession)
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) takes place:
Each Saturday, 12 noon to 1.00 pm and 5.15 pm to 5.45 pm.
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Housebound and Sacrament of the Sick
The priests visit the housebound with Holy Communion on the Tuesday and Wednesday after the first Friday of the month. If you cannot attend Mass due to illness or frailty and would like to be visited by a priest, please feel free to contact the priests.
» Read more about the Sacrament of the Sick
Holy Orders – Ministry of the Priest
If you are interested in learning more about the path to priesthood in this diocese, you are welcome to contact our Raphoe Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr. Rory Brady (vocations@raphoediocese.ie). Click below for details.